The Syrian Conflict, 10 Years On
This year marks the tenth anniversary since the outbreak of civil war across Syria. This multifaceted conflict has touched millions of lives, and has stoked fires well beyond the realm … Continue reading The Syrian Conflict, 10 Years On
“Internet Censorship in China” (Part 1/2) with James Griffiths
What happens if you criticize the Chinese government on the internet? Can the government censor any opinion that it doesn’t like or is there a line which it cannot cross? … Continue reading “Internet Censorship in China” (Part 1/2) with James Griffiths
“Violence Against Women and the Law in La Paz, Bolivia” with Dr. Ashley Rogers
What laws exist in Bolivia to combat violence against women? Where did they come from? How are they used by the women that they exist to protect? In this episode … Continue reading “Violence Against Women and the Law in La Paz, Bolivia” with Dr. Ashley Rogers
Combatting Extremism in Sub-Saharan Africa
In our panel discussion in collaboration with Right for Education (R:Ed) Oxford, our Africa Events Officers engage in conversation on the nature of extremism within Sub-Saharan Africa with experts Dr. … Continue reading Combatting Extremism in Sub-Saharan Africa
“Women and the Drug Trade” with Dr. Elaine Carey
When we think about those who are involved in the drug trade in Latin America, we often think of men such as those featured on shows like Narcos and El … Continue reading “Women and the Drug Trade” with Dr. Elaine Carey
“Climate and Development Policy” with Diana Fox Carney
Diana Fox Carney is an Oxford alumna and an expert in development and climate policy. She is known globally for her work with a wide range of organisations, from UK … Continue reading “Climate and Development Policy” with Diana Fox Carney
“The Ongoing Humanitarian Crisis in Yemen” with Mercy Corps policy advisor Jared Wright
Yemen is currently undergoing one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises. The most recent conflict, which has now progressed for more than 6 years, has claimed many lives and continues … Continue reading “The Ongoing Humanitarian Crisis in Yemen” with Mercy Corps policy advisor Jared Wright
India’s COVID-19 Crisis
‘Spotlight on the Shadow’ is a series on the untold impacts of COVID-19 on violence against women and girls. At the current moment, India is facing one of the most … Continue reading India’s COVID-19 Crisis
Outsourcing Asylum
‘Outsourcing’ asylum is a broad term that covers various strategies employed by wealthy countries which aim to limit the amount of migrants that reach them. But how legal is it? … Continue reading Outsourcing Asylum
Foreign Intervention in Africa Panel
Is foreign intervention an aid or a hindrance? In this panel, a wide range of domestic and international development experts discuss issues ranging from NGOs to industrialisation to China. We … Continue reading Foreign Intervention in Africa Panel
“The Economics of Happiness in Asia” with Dr. Kent Schroeder and Prof. Jeremy Brooks
Is there more to development than economic growth? Why are East Asian countries experiencing worrying rates of depression and suicide despite their drastic improvements in GDP? In this episode, our … Continue reading “The Economics of Happiness in Asia” with Dr. Kent Schroeder and Prof. Jeremy Brooks
Betilde Muñoz-Pogossian: Venezuelan Migrants — Tragedy, Resilience and Hope
Since 2017, Venezuela has been in a social, political and economic crisis. Under the Nicolas Maduro regime, the country has experienced extreme hyperinflation and abuses on civilian human rights. The … Continue reading Betilde Muñoz-Pogossian: Venezuelan Migrants — Tragedy, Resilience and Hope
“Gender Based Violence Across the World” with Dr. Lina AbiRafeh
Dr. Lina AbiRafeh is the executive director of the Arab Institute for Women at the Lebanese American University. She specialises in working against gender based violence across the world. She … Continue reading “Gender Based Violence Across the World” with Dr. Lina AbiRafeh
“The Dark Side of the Middle East” with ‘Blood and Oil’ authors Bradley Hope and Justin Scheck
Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) has recently gone from a reformist figure of the Middle East, praised by leaders worldwide, to a suspect in the murder of a journalist, raising questions … Continue reading “The Dark Side of the Middle East” with ‘Blood and Oil’ authors Bradley Hope and Justin Scheck
Child Marriage in Bangladesh
‘Spotlight on the Shadow’ is a new series on the untold impacts of COVID-19 on violence against women and girls. Bangladesh is one of the many countries struggling with the … Continue reading Child Marriage in Bangladesh
Dr Victoria Baines: Cybersecurity
An Oxford University alumna, for undergraduate study Victoria read classics at Trinity College, she then undertook a Masters study at Oxford and, subsequently, a Roman Literature PhD at the University … Continue reading Dr Victoria Baines: Cybersecurity
Jean Bosco Iyacu: Development Finance — What Does Its Trajectory in Rwanda Indicate for the Future Ahead?
We are currently residing in an era wherein the critique of humanitarianism has become incredibly topical. Whether it be criticisms levied towards foreign aid, or humanitarian missions within the African … Continue reading Jean Bosco Iyacu: Development Finance — What Does Its Trajectory in Rwanda Indicate for the Future Ahead?
2021 Guide to Careers in International Development
Thinking about a career in international development? There are loads of different areas and sectors that fall under the umbrella of international development, and many different career path possibilities! Here’s … Continue reading 2021 Guide to Careers in International Development
Redlining: Structural Racism and Climate Injustice in the U.S.
2020 stands out as a year of staggering political turbulence in the United States. With over 340,000 deaths from COVID-19 in 2020 alone, widespread Black Lives Matter protests and a … Continue reading Redlining: Structural Racism and Climate Injustice in the U.S.
“Can Development Policies Help Conserve Both Biological and Cultural Diversity?” with Prof. Laura Rival
In what sense can it be said that indigenous people are ecologists and poor people environmentalists? How are continuities and discontinuities between humans, living kinds and other objects in the … Continue reading “Can Development Policies Help Conserve Both Biological and Cultural Diversity?” with Prof. Laura Rival
31 Years Later, South Africa’s Battle With Apartheid Is Not Yet Won
On 11 February, 31 years ago, Nelson Mandela was liberated from his 27-year toil in prison. This climactic event would mark the beginning of the end for the Apartheid regime. … Continue reading 31 Years Later, South Africa’s Battle With Apartheid Is Not Yet Won
Farmers at War: A Short Introduction to India’s Agricultural Plight
Farmers in India have been protesting against three farm acts passed by the Parliament of India in September 2020. But what exactly is going on? Narrated by Talha Islam and … Continue reading Farmers at War: A Short Introduction to India’s Agricultural Plight
Voluntourism: Gaining More Than You Give
Volunteering tourism – “voluntourism” – might be a popular choice among some gap year students, but could it be doing more harm than good? Based on an interview with Jasper … Continue reading Voluntourism: Gaining More Than You Give
“Stumbling Blocks to Palestinian Development” with Prof. Bashar Malkawi
In 2008, the unemployment rate in the Gaza Strip reached 71%. The Palestinian economy is endemically weak, in part due to its split geography between Gaza and the West Bank, … Continue reading “Stumbling Blocks to Palestinian Development” with Prof. Bashar Malkawi
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